Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Sep 2026, Maize was quoted at ₹2,469 per quintal in Kesamudram APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Kesamudram APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,561
- Lowest Price Today₹2,351
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,469
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityMaize (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Maize about 3.6% below the period average, and just 23.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Maize rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 DADRI APMC Leader | ₹8,742 |
| 2 Bobbili APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 Pusapatirega APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 4 Rajam APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 5 Chipurupalli APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Indore APMC | ₹3,810 |
| 7 Bengaluru APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 8 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹3,200 |
| 9 Kuchinapudi APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 APMC Pune APMC | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Kallakurichi APMC | ₹2,835 |
| 12 Alangeyam APMC | ₹2,820 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹5,923 (210.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Maize prices at Kesamudram APMC ranged between ₹1,501 and ₹3,232, with the average around ₹2,562. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹3,066 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,016 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,069 | ₹2,511 | ₹2,959 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,811 | ₹2,728 | ₹2,811 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,149 | ₹2,529 | ₹3,096 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,201 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,089 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,232 | ₹2,626 | ₹3,189 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,203 | ₹2,236 | ₹3,169 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,142 | ₹2,459 | ₹3,129 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,126 | ₹2,606 | ₹3,076 |
| 26 Oct | ₹3,106 | ₹2,450 | ₹3,053 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,036 | ₹2,461 | ₹3,019 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,033 | ₹2,629 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,989 | ₹1,501 | ₹2,888 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,916 | ₹2,654 | ₹2,903 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,901 | ₹2,611 | ₹2,869 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,811 | ₹2,596 | ₹2,781 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,789 | ₹2,355 | ₹2,752 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,379 | ₹2,379 | ₹2,379 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,505 | ₹2,404 | ₹2,505 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,489 | ₹1,831 | ₹2,474 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
If you're chasing the best rate for Maize today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kesamudram APMC reported Maize at this level on 21 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.